Postdoctoral Fellow

Required Applicant Materials:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

For further inquiries about this position, please email Stephanie Villagran, at svillagran@tulane.edu

Design and conduct laboratory experiments investigating renal tubular transporters and receptor signaling pathways.
Perform molecular and cellular biology techniques, including:
- Cell culture
- Real-time PCR
- Western blotting
- Immunoprecipitation
Analyze experimental data using statistical software and prepare figures and presentations.
Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Assist with preparation of grant proposals and other research documents.
Train and mentor research technicians and students in laboratory techniques.
Maintain accurate research records and ensure proper data backup.
Follow all laboratory safety procedures and institutional research policies.
Perform additional research-related duties as assigned.
Breeding, handling and experimentation on transgenic animals
Radiotelemetric blood pressure monitoring
Rodent surgeries
Confocal microscopy

Required Qualifications
PhD or MD in Biological Sciences, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience in molecular biology and biochemical laboratory techniques.
Proficiency in mammalian cell culture.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Experience writing scientific manuscripts.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical analysis software.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing, annotating, imputing, and analyzing large-scale genomics datasets.
Familiarity with genomic analysis software and bioinformatics tools.

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